Short Bio
Puri Jagannadh is an Indian filmmaker who also does acting sometimes. He was born on September 28, 1999, in Pithapuram, Andhra Pradesh. Puri has earned a reputation and place for himself in the film industry. He has directed many films, some of which are ‘Pokiri’ in 2006, ‘Businessman’ in 2012, ‘Neninthe’ in 2008, and ‘Liger’ in 2020. Puri has achieved prestigious awards and recognition in the film industry through his hard work and talent.
Wiki/Overview
Full Name: | Petla ‘Puri’ Jagannadh |
Nick Name: | Jagan and Puri |
Profession: | Actor, Filmmaker |
Known For: | His Storytelling Abilities |
Date of Birth: | 28 September 1966 |
Age (as in 2023): | 56 years old |
Place of Birth: | Pithapuram, Andhra Pradesh |
Father: | Simhachalam |
Mother: | N/A |
Spouse: | Lavanya |
Education: | Graduate |
Alma Mater: | A. M. A. L. College, Anakapalli Andhra Pradesh |
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Nationality: | Indian |
Religion: | Hinduism |
Height: | 5’8” |
Weight: | 65 Kg |
Zodiac Sign: | Libra |
Early Life
Puri Jagannadh was born on September 28, 1966, in Pithapuram, Andhra Pradesh. Puri was a ‘Filmy Shauken,” and he always thought of trying his talent in the film industry, which was no doubt a good choice, and he soon became one of the well-known directors.
Career
Soon after completing college, Puri Jagannadh went to assist director Ram Gopal Verma. Puri made many Telugu action films with him. Puri Jagannadh’s first directorial debut was Badri, starring Pawan Kalyan. After that, Puri went on to do his best in films, and he was awarded many awards for his work in story writing and dialogue writing.
Education
Puri Jagannadh is a graduate of A. M. A. L. College, Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh. Soon after completing college, Puri went to work as a director. Jagannadh’s primary schooling happened at St. Theresa High School, Pedda Boddapalli.
Family & Affairs
Puri Jagannadh was born in Pithapuram, Andhra Pradesh. His father, Simhachalam, died in 2010. Puri is married to Lavanya; they were happily married in 1996. The couple has two healthy and blissful children, Akash and Pavithra. Puri Jagannadh has four siblings, including him.
Appearance
Puri Jagannadh is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 65 kg. His pupils are of dark brown shade, and his hair is dark black, thick, and bouncy. Puri likes to keep a thick beard.
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Achievement
Throughout his career, Puri has gained huge respect, a great reputation, and many awards. Some of Puri Jagannadh’s achievements are noted here. Puri Jagannadh has been awarded four Nandi Awards for different films for best story writer and dialogue writer, and a Filmfare Award for best director.
Trivia & Facts
- Film director Jagannadh Puri has done more than 40 films in Hindi, Telugu and Kannada industries.
- Puri was engaged as a writer and director in the movie ‘Bbuddha Honga Tera Baap’ which was later archived in Oscar Library.
- Apart from Filmmaking Jagannadh has tried his luck in Acting, he has acted in several Telugu films.
- Jagannadh Puri also owns a music company named Puri Sangeet.
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